1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 49 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (75 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
