1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 791 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.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | XK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
