1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1487 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |