1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 638 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
