1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 38 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
