1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 60 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 1032 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 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2010 Nissan NP300. 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
