1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 33 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
