2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1235 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 2CV, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
