2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | 2CV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 25 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 19 L |