1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 140 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
