1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | C 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |