1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 663 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
