1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | 15 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |