1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 37 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Fiat 126 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 1993 Fiat 126. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1850 mm |
