1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 53 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 60 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 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
