2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
