1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1105 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 1968 Mercury Cougar 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 1968 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
