1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 96 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 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
