1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 52 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |