1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 32 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | 480 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |