1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 64 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, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 2006 Rover 75 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. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
