1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
