1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 865 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 | 54 L |
