1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 15 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |