1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1954 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1956 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1954 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1954 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
