1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 2 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 19 L |
