2000 AC Cobra vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
