1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
