1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 35 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, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
