1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 19 L |
