1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 795 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | 2CV | Dakota |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |