1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 58 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) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 1007. 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007. 2008 Peugeot 1007 has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 1007 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |
