1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 49 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, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 2004 Mini One | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | 15 | One |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |