1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
