1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 423 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Life (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Honda Life.
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, 1971 Honda Life (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Life |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 61 L |