1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | C 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |