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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 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 162 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 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 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 | 425 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.8 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 | 600 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 87 L |
