1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 22 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 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 Scarabeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Scarabeo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 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 | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3100 mm |
