1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 65 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
