1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 531 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 19 L |
