2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1955 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 19 L |
