1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 58 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Defender |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 22 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |