1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1940 mm |
