1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1950 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 650 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.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1950 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
