1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Sprint | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |