1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 48 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Charade |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 36 L |
