1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 381 kg more than 1949 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 19 L |
