1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 149 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |