1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1986 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
