1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1964 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1964 Ford Taunus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Taunus (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Taunus weights approximately 368 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Ford Taunus (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1964 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
