1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 707 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
