1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 53 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1754 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 88 L |