1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | 15 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |