1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 214 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
