1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2CV | 164 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
