1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Steyr 650T is newer by 14 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr 650T 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 1968 Steyr 650T. 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Citroen | Steyr |
Model | 15 | 650T |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1850 mm |