1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 95 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 15 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |