2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
