1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 40 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
