1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 128 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2639 mm |
