1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 13 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 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 695 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, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
