1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 784 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 2012 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Carens |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |