1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1608 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | 2CV | Ram |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |