1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 46 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, 1997 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | S40 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 143 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |