1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 810 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 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 13 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1410 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
