1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1595 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.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 93 L |
