1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1005 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Milan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 374 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 66 L |