1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 43 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 1985 Porsche 944. 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
