1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 28 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 1985 Dodge Conquest. 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
