1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |
