1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 25 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Nissan Micra (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
