1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 39 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, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (159 Nm). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
