1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 42 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 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, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 187 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1994 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 | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |