1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
