1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
