1991 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 32 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 13 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. 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, 1991 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
