Is the 2CV really a death trap in case of an accident?
Actually the safety in a 2CV is quite good. Despite the look and flimsy structure of the car, the 2CV is surprisingly strong. Modern cars mostly do the “Tank approach” – they are very heavy and create their safety by being solid. If you have an accident between these cars, it leads again to injuries. To avoid that problem, the manufacturers install electronic gimmicks and tons of airbags. What they all forget is that the most important piece of safety equipment is the one behind the wheel! The 2CV is very lightweight and has an incredible suspension. In an accident the 2CV is just pushed away by the heavier vehicle. In a standard accident scenario you have a heavy car against another heavy car. All energy is transformed into deformation and injuries for the passengers. The 2CV just gives way by being pushed away. Just picture yourself hitting a concrete wall with your fist – this really hurts. Now do the same with a punching bag. The bag is soft and it gives way – nothing is damaged an
