2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
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, 1962 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
