1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1954 Mercury Montclair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Montclair |
Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |