2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 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 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
