1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2108 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Defender |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |