1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 2CV | Legacy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |