1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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, 1941 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
