1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1962 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 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 24 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 19 L |
