1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1480 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 1971 Buick Riviera 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 1971 Buick Riviera. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1963 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
