1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 52 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Sable |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 78 L |