1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
