1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 47 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |