1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
