1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 216 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulia | C 15 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |