1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1045 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 59 L |
