The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with a modest maximum speed of 95 km/h and a drag coefficient of 0.55. While the drag coefficient suggests slightly above average fuel efficiency, the top speed is relatively low for modern cars.
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Max Speed
95 km/h 59.03 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.55
Body & Dimensions
The car is a 4-seater sedan, model 2 CV, with a length of 3830 mm (150.79 in.), width of 1480 mm (58.27 in.), height of 1600 mm (62.99 in.), and a wheelbase of 2400 mm (94.49 in.). It has a minimum turning circle of 10.7 m (35.1 ft.).
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Doors
4
Length
3830 mm 150.79 in.
Width
1480 mm 58.27 in.
Height
1600 mm 62.99 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.7 m 35.1 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Renault 2CV is a classic French car known for its simplicity, reliability, and fuel efficiency. It was first introduced in 1948 and has since become an iconic symbol of French culture.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The 2CV is a classic French car with a 2-cylinder boxer engine, producing 16 horsepower at 5000 rpm. It has a manual transmission with 4 gears and is front-wheel drive. The engine has a displacement of 424 cm3 and is naturally aspirated.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
16 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
37.7 Hp/l
Torque
25 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 18.44 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model Code
A53
Engine Displacement
424 cm3 25.87 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
2
Engine Configuration
Boxer
Cylinder Bore
66 mm 2.6 in.
Piston Stroke
62 mm 2.44 in.
Compression Ratio
7.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
2 l 2.11 US qt | 1.76 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-50
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with drum brakes on both the front and rear axles. This configuration is common in entry-level cars and offers basic braking performance.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The car has a lightweight design with a weight-to-power ratio of 32.8 kg/Hp, indicating good power efficiency. The weight-to-torque ratio of 21 kg/Nm further suggests strong acceleration potential. The car can handle a maximum weight of 860 kg and features a 20-liter fuel tank capacity.
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Weight To Power Ratio
32.8 kg/Hp, 30.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
21 kg/Nm, 47.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
525 kg 1157.43 lbs.
Max Weight
860 kg 1895.98 lbs.
Max Load
335 kg 738.55 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 l 5.28 US gal | 4.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Citroen - 2 CV
The car has 4 doors.
The body type of the car is a sedan.
The wheelbase of the car is 2400 mm (94.49 in.).
The specs do not include fuel efficiency information.
The specs do not include engine details.
The specs do not include information regarding safety features.
The Renault 2CV is powered by Petrol (Gasoline)
The engine displacement is 424 cm3 or 25.87 cu. in.
The transmission type is manual with 4 gears.
The drive type is front-wheel drive.
The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear axles.
The drum brakes and potentially outdated technology may not be suitable for aggressive driving styles.
The lack of disc brakes and potentially outdated technology can limit handling and performance capabilities.
2CV stands for 'deux chevaux vapeur' in French, which translates to 'two taxable horsepower' in English.
The 2CV can comfortably seat four adults.
The 2CV was primarily designed for city and rural use. Its top speed is around 70 mph, and it may not be the most comfortable or safe option for long drives or highway use.
