1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 27 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
