1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 233 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
