1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 46 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 258 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
