1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
