2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
