1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 208 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 15 | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |