1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 40 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 554 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | G |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
