2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 678 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
