1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2512 mm |
