1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Carina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |