1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 585 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 Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
