1966 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, both 1966 Citroen 2CV and 1966 Ginetta G12 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G12 weights approximately 227 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.
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1966 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
Model | 2CV | G12 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |