1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 66 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 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 | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
