1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
