1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 952 kg more than 1950 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, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
