1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 67 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 125 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15.
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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
