1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 42 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1225 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2001 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | 2CV | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
