1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | 15 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
