1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 50 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | 2CV | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 90 L |
