1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 208 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 20 L |
