1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 50 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 49 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.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
