1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1393 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 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2980 mm |
