1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 111 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2803 mm |
