1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1290 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 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |
