1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 20 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
