1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 55 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
