1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Celica |
Year Released | 1942 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |