1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 29 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |
