1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 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 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen C 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen C 15 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C 15 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
