1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |
