1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 841 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
