1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 35 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1303 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 81 L |
