1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |