1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15, 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | 15 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |