1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 825 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | 2CV | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |