1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
