1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
