1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1961 Citroen 2CV and 1961 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Thunderbird (339 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 6638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
