1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
