1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
