1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 2CV | 6000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |