1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 61 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
