1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
