1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1673 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 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 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Carnival |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 11 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |