1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 30 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 139 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare 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 1980 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 15 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
