1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 47 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1035 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 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
