1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 58 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 947 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 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Armada |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 106 L |
