1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 43 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 903 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 1991 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
