1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 45 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 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
