2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Azure 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 2002 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1962 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1962 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
