1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 59 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 2010 Land Rover LR3 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. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | LR3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |