1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1963 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1963 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | 2CV |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 24 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |