1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 1987 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | V6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
