1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 1900 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
