1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 44 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Bora |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |