1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1765 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 100 L |