1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 45 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 15 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
