1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 158 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 20 L |
