1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 59 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 247 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2639 mm |
