1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 516 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.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | 2CV | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
