1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
