1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 673 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 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
