1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 45 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Insight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
