1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | Florian |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
