1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Polo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |