1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 780 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |