1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 22 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 756 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 1981 Mercury Cougar 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 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Cougar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |