1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 2CV | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
