1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2007 Proton Savvy is newer by 53 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Proton Savvy. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2007 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Savvy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |
