1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
