1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 1145 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 374 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4356 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2662 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |