1966 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Ford Taunus
To start off, both 1966 Citroen 2CV and 1966 Ford Taunus were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Taunus (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Taunus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1966 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
