1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 39 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
