1984 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 84 kg more than 1956 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
