1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 308 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |