1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 32 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
