1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1218 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 98 L |
