1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | 15 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
