2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1948 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 20 L |
