2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2176 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 19 L |
