1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1753 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-350 (475 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 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-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 475 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |