1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 48 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Element |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |