1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 961 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
