1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1905 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | F-250 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 144 L |