1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 169 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |