1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 34 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 15 | Laser |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |