2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Brera | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
