1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea is newer by 41 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Presea weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Presea |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
