1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 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 1984 Ford Escort. 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, 1984 Ford Escort (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |