1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1969 Austin 1300 is newer by 10 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 120 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 1969 Austin 1300. 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, 1969 Austin 1300 (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 19 L |
