1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 441 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
