1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 687 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Silvia |
Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |