1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 766 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Chevelle | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 19 L |
