1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 53 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2009 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | 15 | Logan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |