1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, both 1955 Citroen 2CV and 1955 Ford Zephyr were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 545 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 1955 Ford Zephyr 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 1955 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
