1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
