1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 58 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 2CV | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
