1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 55 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 1036 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
