1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 33 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
