1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 19 L |
