1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 15 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 725 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 1974 Mercury Comet 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 1974 Mercury Comet. 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Comet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |