1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1205 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 1985 Lincoln Continental 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 1985 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | 2CV | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |