1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1966 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1966 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Park Avenue | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
