1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 50 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 15 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
