1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 55 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 15 | 206 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |