1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 32 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
