1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 62 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1166 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.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2CV | 159 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
