1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
