1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 406 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 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
