1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 13 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| 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 | 1572 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 19 L |
