1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 42 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 44 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.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
