1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 515 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | 15 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |
