1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 45 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
