1997 Buick Century vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 39 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 785 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.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 19 L |
