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Citroen 2 CV AZ

General information

ModelCitroen 2 CV AZ
Year1955
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size425 ccm (25.93 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement425 ccm (25.93 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 2 cylinder
Max power12.20 PS (9 kW or 12 HP) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Max torque23.00 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 17.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression7.0:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 62.0 mm (26.0 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed63.0 km/h (39.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0219 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight558 kg (1,230.2 pounds)
Overall length3610 mm (142.1 inches)
Overall width1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall height1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity19.0 litres (5.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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