1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
