2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 583 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
