2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 166 | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |