1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 56 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | 15 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1389 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 | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |