1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1970 Nissan Gloria is newer by 22 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 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Gloria (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 613 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
