1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 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 52 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 126 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 1977 Fiat 126. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1850 mm |
