1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 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 1998 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |