1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 44 L |
