1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 57 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 613 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 785 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 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | 2CV | A10 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 60 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |