1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1875 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, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | E-250 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |