1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1961 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 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |
