1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 839 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Juke |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
