1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 50 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
