1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 56 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 946 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 73 L |
