1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 56 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, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 48 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1952 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1952 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
