1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 54 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |