1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 40 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Z. 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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
