1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1972 Nissan Laurel 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 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1972 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
