1999 Acura Integra vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 43 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra.
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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra 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. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | Integra | 15 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 1170 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |