1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Citroen AX
To start off, 1996 Citroen AX is newer by 41 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1996 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | AX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
