1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1296 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 1973 Mercury Montego 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 1973 Mercury Montego. 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Montego |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |
