1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 41 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15. 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 15 | SST |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 296 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |