1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 58 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 504 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2835 mm |
