1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 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 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 347 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
