1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1949 Citroen 11
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 11 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvair 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11, 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.
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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1949 Citroen 11 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvair | 11 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |