1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 37 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 747 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Contour |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |