1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Golf |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |