1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 15 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |