1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 22 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 837 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Dart |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
