1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 63 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 586 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Cube |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
