1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |