1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
