1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1963 MG 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 15 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
