1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 102 L |
