1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
