1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
