2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1797 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
