1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Crew weights approximately 745 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Crew |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |