1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1954 Citroen 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
