1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1952 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1952 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1952 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 164 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 11 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
