1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
