1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 2CV | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
