1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 42 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
