1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 68 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
