1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 49 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
