1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV 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, 2007 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
