1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 389 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |