1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2CV | 155 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
