1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1455 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 79 L |
