1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 28 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |