1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 58 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 981 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
