1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Carabo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
