1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 905 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | 2CV |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 19 L |