1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 43 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 465 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |