1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | 2CV | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1090 mm |
