1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 33 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 13 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | 15 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
