1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 60 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 690 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 2011 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | 2CV | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2795 mm |
