1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 is newer by 34 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, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309.
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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | 15 | 1309 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |