1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 33 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 315 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
