1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 45 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | 15 | EL |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2619 mm |