1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 25 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 288 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Junior | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
