1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1154 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 4060 mm |
