1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 287 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2776 mm |
