1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2CV | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 72 L |
