1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 2CV | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
