1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
