1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 43 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
