1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 20 L |
