1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 898 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 2CV | Forester |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |