1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 37 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, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
