1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
