1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |