1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
