1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1955 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 871 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Daimler |
| Model | 2CV | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
