2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1206 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 19 L |
