2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | MiTo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
