1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1946 Citroen 15
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1946 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1946 |
| 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 | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
