1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 57 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 365 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Micra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 46 L |
