2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 947 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Park Avenue | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
