1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 44 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |
