1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2980 mm |