1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 57 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 534 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | 15 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |