1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 629 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
