1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 985 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
