1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 975 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
