1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
