1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 25 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 15 | 307 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |