1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 46 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, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Rover City.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 15 | City |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |