1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1185 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | 2CV |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |