1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 37 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1711 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 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Lagonda | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
