1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 22 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, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Renault 18.
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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | 18 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |