1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 62 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 194 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | 15 | Compass |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |