1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Patrol |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |