1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati 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 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Parati |
Year Released | 1942 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |