2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 26 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
