1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
