1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 88 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.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
