1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Milan |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 66 L |