1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 58 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 873 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 76 L |
