1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 46 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 490 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 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | 2CV | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
