1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 16 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
