1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 29 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2180 mm |
