1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 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 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 19 L |