1965 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1965 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 2086 kg more than 1965 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1965 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1965 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 2CV | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 86 L |
