1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1335 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
