1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 65 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 769 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2CV | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
