1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2685 mm |
