1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 31 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
