1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1500 is newer by 25 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 2 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Zastava 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 1979 Zastava 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | 15 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |