1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Toyota Yaris 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. 2006 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
