1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 48 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |