1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | DS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3130 mm |
