1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1980 Cadillac Seville 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. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | 2CV |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 13 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 19 L |