1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 55 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (149 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 134 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |