1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
