1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | 15 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
