1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | Trafic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3100 mm |