1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 34 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1955 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 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Picasso |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |