1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2001 Citroen Osee

To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chevrolet Vega 2001 Citroen Osee
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Vega Osee
Year Released 1969 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1160 mm


 

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