1968 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1968 Citroen 2CV and 1968 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 285 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
