2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2082 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 19 L |
