1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 55 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 284 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2231 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
