1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 70 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 500 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |