1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 35 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 134 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
