1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 47 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 15 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |