1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 376 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
