1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 549 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 1954 Austin A 70. 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 70 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 19 L |