1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 155 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1326 kg |
