1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 2CV | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |