1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 31 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 460 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Concerto |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |