1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 945 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2CV | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
