1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1415 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |