1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 60 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
