1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 42 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1235 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.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | XJS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 82 L |
