1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | 2CV |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 19 L |