1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
