1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2223 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1962 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1962 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 2CV | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 82 L |
