1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1971 Fiat 128 is newer by 22 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
