1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 55 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
