1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 15 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
