1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 825 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
