1980 Buick Electra vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 364 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1952 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1952 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |