1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1848 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 Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |
