1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 50 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 805 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 63 L |
