1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Golf |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |