1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 48 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1092 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 84 L |
