1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 35 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
