1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 1961 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 495 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 19 L |
