1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 16 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, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Because 1972 Fiat 125 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 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 125 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |