1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 61 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2003 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
