1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 804 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 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Montclair |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |