1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1967 Jaguar MK II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 125 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
