1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 57 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 74 L |
