2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |
