1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 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, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 199 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.
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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
