1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
