1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sentra 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 465 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
