1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 38 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 595 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.
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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 2CV | Accent |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
