1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 7 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 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1192 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 1966 Ford Galaxie 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 1966 Ford Galaxie. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
