1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 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 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1959 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 106 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 12 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 25 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 19 L |