1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 54 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | 15 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |