1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Palio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |