1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 132 L |
