1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 45 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 825 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 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | 2CV | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 90 L |
