1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 52 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1420 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 2CV | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
