1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 42 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 292 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
