1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1956 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1075 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3100 mm |
