1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 61 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 110 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
