1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 110 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
