1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 1976 Nissan Silvia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 1976 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Citroen 2CV 1976 Nissan Silvia
Make Citroen Nissan
Model 2CV Silvia
Year Released 1956 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 425 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 12 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 24 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 600 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2350 mm


 

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