1959 Citroen DS vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2040 mm |
