1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1963 Rover P5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 15 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2820 mm |
