1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 564 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
