1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 19 L |
