1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 51 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 385 kg more than 2008 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 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 15 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
