1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tracker | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
