1981 Buick Electra vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | 2CV |
Year Released | 1981 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 19 L |