1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 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 | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
