2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 60 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 20 L |
