1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra 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.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Sentra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |