1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 6 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 385 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 60 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 24 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 19 L |