1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 34 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
