1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1010 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 98 L |
