1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 39 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 645 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |