1950 Citroen 11 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1950 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 11 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 11 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2800 mm |
