2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 55 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 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 798 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
