1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 852 kg more than 1959 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-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 13 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
