1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 is newer by 60 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, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Rover 45.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 15 | 45 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |