1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1951 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 Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 5209 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 | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
