1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | LR2 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 26 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |