1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | C 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |