1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 710 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3120 mm |
