1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1162 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2010 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | 2CV | Kyron |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |