1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
