1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 144 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (265 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
