1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 48 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 405 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 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
