1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | 2CV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 13 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 62 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |