1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1620 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 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 26 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |