1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 187 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 15 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
