1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
