1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 56 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2006 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 135 L |
