1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1956 Fiat 1900 is newer by 7 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, 1956 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900.
Because 1956 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |