1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 35 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
