1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Seat 131 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, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Because 1976 Seat 131 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 1976 Seat 131. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 15 | 131 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |