1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
