1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 22 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 20 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 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 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
