1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 945 kg more than 1956 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 53 L |
