1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 344 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
