1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 51 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 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 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |