1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1955 Jaguar MK VII is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 443 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jaguar MK VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Jaguar MK VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
