1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
