1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2970 mm |
