1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
