1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 35 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, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | XT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
