1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1968 Toyota Century is newer by 11 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 475 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 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Century |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |
