1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 58 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | 15 | Elise |
Year Released | 1942 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |