1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 1999 Volvo S70 is newer by 50 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, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S70 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. 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, 1999 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
