1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | C2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
