1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 49 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 358 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 155 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
