1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 685 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 75 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
