1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 903 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 2CV | Firebird |
Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |