1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1990 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |