1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
