1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 58 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 7 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3240 mm |
