1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 53 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
