1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1670 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 1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Sixty | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 11 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
