1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 50 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 795 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 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2790 mm |
