1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 46 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, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |