1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 54 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Insight |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |