1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 910 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
