1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |