1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 39 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 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Citroen 15 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Citroen Skoda
Model 15 Octavia
Year Released 1950 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2867 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2520 mm


 

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