1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 46 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1686 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 106 L |
