2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
