1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 58 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 440 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | 15 | TL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2776 mm |
