1998 Buick Century vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Century | 15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |