1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
