1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 63 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1907 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Titan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 140 L |
