1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 60 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
