1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 531 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 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
