1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1958 Citroen 2CV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 1900 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
