1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 52 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 344 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
