1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
