1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Project Vantage | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 19 L |
