1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 106 L |