1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 52 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 15 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
