1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 33 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | 15 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |