1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
