1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 55 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15.
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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2837 mm |
