1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1969 Bristol 410 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 1000 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 1969 Bristol 410 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Bristol 410. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 410 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 13 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 19 L |
