1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1979 Buick LeSabre is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
