1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1964 Mini Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mini Countryman (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mini Countryman should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 1964 Mini Countryman (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | 2CV | Countryman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |