1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C 15 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
