1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 60 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2601 mm |
