2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 3100 mm |
