1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | 15 | Exige |
Year Released | 1942 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |