1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 25 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 93 L |