1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 416 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 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
