1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 1950 Citroen 11
To start off, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1950 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 1950 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | AR 51 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3280 mm |
