1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 20 L |
