1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 63 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, 2005 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 15 | ZR |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
