1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 48 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1849 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Armada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 106 L |
