1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 48 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
