1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 740 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
