1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 49 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 27 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 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 15 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
