1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 53 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1537 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Quest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 76 L |
