1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 57 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 154 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 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
