1978 Buick Regal vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 21 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1978 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
