1966 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, both 1966 Citroen 2CV and 1966 Ford Zephyr were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 690 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 Zephyr | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |