1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 42 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Primera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |