1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 55 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1130 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 74 L |
