1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 375 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 1995 Buick Riviera 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. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
