1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
