1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 12 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, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | 15 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |