1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | 62 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 19 L |
