1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | 411 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |