1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 33 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, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
