1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 898 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 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
