1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 29 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
