1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 2CV | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
