1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
