1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
