1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Beretta | 15 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |