1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 273 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, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
