1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
