1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 61 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2026 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Freelander |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |