2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 43 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1123 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
