1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1253 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
