1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Titan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 140 L |
