1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
