1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 59 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 25 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
