1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 52 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Celica |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |