1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 33 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
