2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 52 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 408 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Prizm | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 20 L |
