1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 43 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1456 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.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 77 L |
