1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 1977 Simca 1309 is newer by 23 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, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | 15 | 1309 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |