1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 39 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
