1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1953 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Buick Invicta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta 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 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1953 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1953 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 1953 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Invicta | 2CV |
Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |