1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 49 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
