1989 Citroen XM vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 56 kg more than 1949 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
