1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 24 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
