1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 15 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
