1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 47 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | 2CV | A10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |