1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2256 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |
