1967 Citroen DS vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 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 |
